The nurse is using the DETERMINE nutrition screening tool to assess the nutritional status of an older client. Which findings indicate the nurse needs to assess further for nutritional deficiencies? Select all that apply.

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The DETERMINE checklist is a tool used to identify nutritional risks in older adults. The findings that indicate a need for further assessment for nutritional deficiencies include: A) having a chronic disease like emphysema, which can affect nutritional status and dietary needs; B) limited dietary variety, as eating a can of green beans for dinner suggests a lack of nutritional diversity; C) social isolation and lack of transportation, which can limit access to a variety of foods and negatively impact nutritional status; and E) being treated for multiple conditions, as managing several health issues can complicate nutritional needs and intake. D) Newly fitted permanent oral dentures might initially affect eating habits, but they are generally intended to improve the ability to eat a variety of foods, thus not directly indicating a risk for nutritional deficiencies without further context.

The Nurse Is Using the DETERMINE Nutrition Screening Tool to Assess